Full Stack Developer III

Title: Full Stack Developer III

Location: Boston, MA / Dayton, OH

Department: AF/SP Fed Civ – Air Force/Space Force BU

Job Description:

JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities. 

The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation

OVERVIEW 

Full-time/Permanent Employee  

Location: Remote, preferred Boston, MA or Dayton, OH 

As a Full-Stack Developer III, you will design, develop, and maintain web services and applications in a LEMP Stack environment (Linux, Nginx, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and PHP). You will gather and document requirements, implement new features, and improve system functionality while ensuring compliance with coding, security, and performance standards. Your role includes troubleshooting technical issues, optimizing system performance, and collaborating with stakeholders to develop innovative solutions. You will work with technologies such as ASP.NET MVC, Web API, LINQ, OOP, Design Patterns, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Laravel, ReactJS, Bootstrap3, and Google Maps while applying best practices in agile software development.   

RESPONSIBILTIES

• Develop web services and APIs for system integration  

• Gather and document business requirements from clients and internal teams  

• Design, implement, and enhance applications using LEMP Stack technologies  

• Maintain and improve software functionality while ensuring coding, security, and compliance standards  

• Collaborate with stakeholders, departments, and customers to resolve development and implementation issues  

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems in a timely manner  

• Work with ASP.NET MVC, Web API, LINQ, and OOP to develop scalable applications  

• Develop front-end features using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like ReactJS and Bootstrap3  

• Maintain version control using SVN and apply agile development methodologies  

• Write unit tests, refactor code, and optimize query performance for relational databases  

• Support and document internal tools, software development processes, and best practices  

• Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions  

• Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded  

• Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area  

• Participate in growth efforts as requested  

• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction  

• Complete personal PDP and attend staff meetings and Storytime (with camera on)  

• Build productive and positive professional relationships with clients within your program  

• Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements  

• Perform other related duties as assigned 

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Clearance: Active TS/SCI 
Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with 5+ years of experience or a Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience. 

• Strong experience in full-stack development, including PHP, JavaScript, and relational databases  

• Proven ability to develop solutions for complex technical challenges independently 

PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with frameworks and libraries such as Laravel, ReactJS, and Bootstrap3  

• Knowledge of performance tuning, usability, testing, and automation  

• Familiarity with cloud technologies and scalable web application architecture  

• Familiarity with AI-assisted development and agentic workflows, including coding agents, MCP integrations, automated tests, and documentation, with human review and configuration control  

$122,032 - $188,436 a year

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility Aether Aerospace allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our unique mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. Employment benefits include health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement and savings. 

Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.